Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist or Speech Pathologist who is looking for a change? Be part of a project with a difference.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence are currently trialling an enhanced early supports model within the Brimbank Melton region. We are currently seeking Occupational Therapists and Speech Pathologists who are interested in taking part in this innovative Pilot Project within the Disability Services Programs and Innovation Team.

• Location: Brimbank Melton Area – based at our BSL NDIS Brimbank Office (Sunshine, VIC 3020). The role will involve travel within the service delivery area/s.
• Salary: $87,886.87 - $94,565.36 per annum + 11.5% superannuation and $13,000 annual vehicle allowance.
• Employment: Maximum-Term (up to 12 months), full-time (38-40 hours per week).

ABOUT US

At the Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL), we see possibilities. With over 90 years of working alongside policymakers and the community, our legacy of advocating for poverty prevention and systemic change speaks volumes.

We believe in unlocking potential and not being defined by limitations. We champion choice, community, and individual strength by helping individuals thrive, not just survive.

We are a Partner in the Community to the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) and deliver the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) across the North East Melbourne, Hume Merri-bek, Brimbank Melton, Western Melbourne and Bayside Peninsula areas.

Collaboration is key. We value and work closely with families, friends, and carers, recognising their crucial role in creating a supportive community. Because support matters.

We want to create a more compassionate and inclusive society where everyone, regardless of ability, can fully participate.

This isn't just a job; it's a mission to create lasting change.

BSL BENEFITS

• Meaningful Work: Be part of a team dedicated to and valued for making a positive difference in the lives of children, families and individuals with delays and disabilities.
• Cultural Values: A work environment that respects and actively supports diversity through provisions such as ten (10) paid days Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Leave.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Access to additional leave entitlements such as Reproductive Leave, Gender Affirmation Leave, Cultural Leave and Family and Domestic Violence Leave.
• Benefits: Including 17.5% leave loading on annual leave, the option to claim up to $18,500 per year via salary packaging, parental leave, rostered days off (RDO), the Employee Assistance Program, discounted health insurance, discounted childcare and optional free flu shots each year.

ABOUT YOUR NEW ROLE

As an Early Childhood Coordinator, you will have expertise in early childhood development and disability. You will conduct and provide assessments, planning and support services in line with the ECIA best practice guidelines and the early childhood approach.

As part of your new role, you will:

• Support the delivery of a high quality early childhood service in accordance with the contract, program guidelines, early childhood best practice principles and relevant legislative obligations.
• Implement and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure best practice is upheld and customers experience continuity of service.
• Ensure practices and processes are in place to enable service level monitoring, evaluation and reporting against Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and to ensure required outcomes and performance measures are met.
• Work collaboratively with management to identify opportunities for quality improvement, service development and potential resource implications.

ABOUT THE PILOT PROJECT

The Enhanced Early Support Pilot is a limited funded project, run by a small specialist team to deliver community-based family centered information, assessment, and support services in line with the NDIS Early Childhood approach. This demonstration pilot aims to provide timely and effective assistance to families who don’t access NDIS funding through the use of a primary service provider model. This pilot builds on the BSL Disability Services Early Supports offered to demonstrate what supports could influence the developmental trajectory of young children with developmental concerns. This pilot will be conducted in the Brimbank Melton region and travel within this region is an expectation of this role. This pilot will be delivered in natural, community settings including family homes, kindergartens, day care centres, etc. It is not an expectation that sessions will be delivered from BSL Disability Services office locations.

ABOUT YOU

We are seeking applicants who have: 

• Relevant tertiary qualification (Bachelors or higher) in allied health, social work, early childhood teaching (essential)
• Registration with AHPRA, SPA, AASW, VIT or any other relevant body
• Experience in the disability sector, or awareness of the impact of existing or acquired disability on individuals, families/carers, and the community
• Extensive knowledge and application of early childhood development, developmental delay and the early intervention service sector
• Ability to identify the needs of children and their families and make judgements regarding eligibility for early childhood NDIS support services
• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated understanding of the NDIS, the early childhood approach and the ECIA best practice guidelines

Apply to join us and help lead this exciting new phase of Disability Services.

HOW TO APPLY

Click "Apply Now". When completing your application, please upload each document as a separate attachment.

Your application must include:

• A tailored cover letter
• A current resume
• A 2-page (maximum) written response addressing the Key Selection Criteria found in the Position Description (PD).

QUESTIONS?

For confidential conversations or enquiries, please contact Sarah Watt (Senior Manager - NDIS Projects, Programs and Innovations).

• Email: [email protected] using the subject line: Early Childhood Coordinator, Pilot - Sunshine enquiry via EthicalJobs
• Phone: 0490 432 634

We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect.  We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks, including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on each role's key inherent needs and requirements, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics.  Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.